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Port strike sparks concerns about insurance

This work stoppage impacts a broad ecosystem of companies related to trade and marine insurance. The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) began a strike on October 1 due to a lack of agreement with terminal operators and shipping lines, represented by the United States Maritime Alliance. This labor stoppage has halted container, and vehicle imports just […]

Aftermath of hurricane Beryl: heatwaves, electricity loss and port closures

The Houston metropolitan area faces severe challenges following Hurricane Beryl’s passage on July 8th Houston’s metropolitan areas face severe challenges following Hurricane Beryl’s passage on July 8th. The storm, which claimed several lives and unleashed catastrophic floods, left millions without electricity and exposed to dangerous heat conditions in the coming days. Until Wednesday, a heat advisory […]

Rising threats in the freight industry: surge in cargo thefts

CargoNet’s analysis documented an average value of stolen shipments of $281,757 In a recent report from CargoNet, it is shown that during the first quarter of 2024, cargo theft incidents have experienced an alarming 46% increase compared to the previous year. This rise also marks a concerning 10% increase over the fourth quarter of last […]

No more detention fees with FMC rule for container billing practices

With the new resolution, cargo transportation companies won’t need to seek reimbursements from shippers The Federal Maritime Commission recently announced a final rule aimed at simplifying international container billing practices. This addresses detention and demurrage fees that maritime carriers have been imposing, leading truckers to seek reimbursements from shippers. Armand Patella, Executive Vice President of […]

Transportation price surge, supply chain and future expectations

During February the transportation capacity growth rate was higher, indicating a recovery in the industry. The latest supply chain report showed that transportation prices increased from low levels for the second time during February. However, the transportation capacity growth rate was higher, indicating that a significant recovery in the freight transportation cycle has not yet […]

Cross-border freight transportation and the supply chain

Cross-border transportation and the vital role of the supply chain in U.S. border cities. The continuous growth of cross-border truck freight transportation halted in December, with a slight decline in North American transportation. According to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics, in December, over $73 billion worth of goods were moved by truck across borders, marking […]

Adversities in the U.S. freight industry

The United States is in a better position to address the challenges arising from the situation in the Red Sea, according to experts. The freight sector in the United States is in better condition, according to experts, to address the challenges arising from the situation in the Red Sea, thanks to efforts to improve capacity […]

The logistics of Valentine’s Day: transporting flowers for lovers

It’s possible that the flowers in your hands have undertaken a long journey of thousands of kilometers through an intricate global supply chain. On Valentine’s Day, not only does love blossom. Flowers play a fundamental role in what this day represents, with millions of them being sent and received worldwide. Behind this romantic gesture, there […]